Parliament on Thursday approved a reform of Venezuela’s Hydrocarbons Law, tightened under socialist ex-leader Hugo Chavez in 2006 to entrench state control over a resource Venezuela has more of than any other country on Earth.

The US has permitted India to resume Venezuelan oil purchases, aiming to reduce its reliance on Russian crude. This move is part of a broader US strategy to redirect India’s energy imports away from Russia amidst growing pressure and trade costs. India is set to significantly cut Russian crude imports in the coming months, diversifying its supply sources.

A minimum of two years of central deputation at the level of SP/DIG or equivalent will be mandatory for empanelment to IG-level posts at the Centre